Celebrate Life

This design is a tribute to the unsung heroes that give the ultimate gift of life.
I began with individual pieces that were symbolic to the overall tribute, including the green ribbon, the sunflower, and the kidney. The layout of this piece shows how one tragedy or sacrifice can still create life and beauty.
I began with researching symbols representative of organ donation, where I found the green ribbon & the forget-me-nots. Once I had the sketch laid out, I began with base colors, shading, & highlights. I then created the connection between the kidney and the stem of the sunflower to show the bond between donor & recipient.